Complete Guide to JEE Main 2025: Dates, Eligibility, Syllabus & More​ vedantu.com +2

The Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main is a national-level entrance exam conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA) for admission to undergraduate engineering programs at NITs, IIITs, and other centrally funded technical institutions. It also serves as a qualifying exam for JEE Advanced, which is required for admission to the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs).​

Eligibility Criteria

Educational Qualification:

Candidates must have passed the Class 12 examination in 2023 or 2024, or be appearing in 2025.​

Mandatory Subjects:

B.E./B.Tech: Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject.

B.Arch: Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry.

B.Planning: Mathematics.​

Age Limit:

There is no age limit for appearing in JEE Main 2025.​

Percentage Criteria:

Candidates must have secured at least 75% marks in the Class 12 examination, or be in the top 20 percentile in their respective boards. For SC/ST candidates, the qualifying marks are 65%.​

Important Dates for JEE Main 2025

Session 1:

Application Start Date: October 28, 2024

Application End Date: November 22, 2024

Exam Dates: January 22 to January 30, 2025

Result Declaration: By February 12, 2025​

Session 2:

Application Start Date: February 1, 2025

Application End Date: February 25, 2025

Exam Dates: April 2 to April 9, 2025

Result Declaration: April 19, 2025​

Exam Pattern

Paper 1 (B.E./B.Tech):

Subjects: Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics

Total Questions: 75 (25 from each subject)

Type of Questions: Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) and Numerical Value Questions

Total Marks: 300

Marking Scheme: +4 for correct answer, -1 for incorrect answer​

Paper 2A (B.Arch):

Subjects: Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Drawing Test

Mode: Mathematics and Aptitude Test are computer-based; Drawing Test is pen-and-paper-based.​

Paper 2B (B.Planning):

Subjects: Mathematics, Aptitude Test, Planning-Based Questions

Mode: Computer-based​

Syllabus Highlights

The JEE Main 2025 syllabus is based on the NCERT curriculum for Classes 11 and 12.

Physics:

Mechanics

Thermodynamics

Electromagnetism

Optics

Modern Physics​

Chemistry:

Physical Chemistry: Thermodynamics, Equilibrium

Organic Chemistry: Hydrocarbons, Biomolecules

Inorganic Chemistry: Periodic Table, Coordination Compounds​

Mathematics:

Algebra: Complex Numbers, Matrices

Calculus: Limits, Integrals

Coordinate Geometry: Straight Lines, Circles

Trigonometry​

How to Apply for JEE Main 2025

Registration:

Visit the official website and click on the registration link.

Fill in personal details and create a password.​

Application Form:

Log in using the application number and password.

Enter academic and personal details.​

Upload Documents:

Upload scanned images of photograph and signature.

Upload category certificate (if applicable).​

Payment of Fees:

Pay the application fee online using debit/credit card, net banking, or UPI.​

Confirmation Page:

After successful payment, download and print the confirmation page for future reference.​

Tips for Preparation

Understand the Syllabus: Familiarize yourself with the complete syllabus and focus on important topics.​

Create a Study Plan: Allocate time for each subject and adhere to the schedule.​

Practice Regularly: Solve previous years' question papers and take mock tests to improve speed and accuracy.

Revise Thoroughly: Regular revision helps in retaining concepts and formulas.​

Stay Healthy: Maintain a balanced diet and get adequate sleep to keep your mind fresh.